Design Portfolio Dimitri Tan Zheqi 2022

Dimitri Tan Zheqi

Dimitri Tan Zheqi

Dimitrit967@gmail.com https://dimitrit967.wixsite.com/website-1. +65 90660137

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My name is Dimitri, and I am a 3nd year student from Ngee Ann Polytechnic currently pursuing a Diploma in design,specialising in Architecture. Growing up, I have always been fascinated with how a space could entrall a unique experience, and often create a memory for one to recollect fondly. Personally reaping such experiences, im driven to understand the intracies and how to design the built environment around me.

EDUCATION

Diploma

GCE ‘O’ Levels

Ngee Ann Polytechnic Diploma in design (Architecture)

Cumulative GPA: 3.89

Bukit Batok Secondary School L1R4: 14

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Ngee Ann Polytechnic Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Bukit Batok Secondary School

SKILLS

Koh Boh Chua Scholarship Recipient Awarded the Koh Boh Chua Donor Scholarship through Ngee Ann Poly

Edusave Merit Bursary Award

Top 25% in terms of academic performance in level and course

Director’s List Level 1.2

Top 10% of Students in course for academic performance

DBS UI/UX 4D Intranet Commendation Award Top 6 shortlisted designs

Student Distinction Award

Top 10% overall in terms of Student performance

CIRRICULUM VITATE CO-CIRRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Design

Adobe Fabircation

Visuallisation

[2016 - 2019] [2022] [2022] [2020]

Bukit Batok Secondary School Bukit Batok Secondary School

Blade Club (Fencing) Member Foil Fencer

The Boys Brigade Student Volunteer

The Boys Brigade Exco Assistant Sergeant Major

EXPERIENCES & COLLABORATIONS

Ngee Ann Polytechnic Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Ngee Ann Polytechnic Ngee Ann Polytechnic Ngee Ann Polytechnic Ngee Ann Polytechnic Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Young Designer Award Competition Interior Design Competition

Mill Holland Village Competition Industrial Design Competition

2022 Novices Challange Singapore Fencing competition (Foil)

[2021 - Present] [2022] [2021]

DE Pavillion Refurbrishment proposition for schools showcase pavillion

Edible Garden City Service learning project with edible garden city - Community Center@ Funan Mall

[2020 - Present] [2020 - 2022] [2016 - 2019] [2022] [2022] [2022] [2021] [2021] [2021]

Yong En Elder Care Center Service learning project with edible gardrn city - Allotment Garderns & Gathering Area @ Alexandria

REFEREES

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Mr Raja Mohammad Fairuz Lecturer - Ngee Ann Polytechnic School of Design and Environment

Mr Song Yu Chuan Lecturer - Ngee Ann Polytechnic School of Design and Environment

Mr Jason Khiang Lecturer - Ngee Ann Polytechnic School of Design and Environment

Raja_Mohammad_ Fairuz_MY@np.edu.sg

SONG_Yu_Chuan@ np.edu.sg

Jason_KHIANG@ np.edu.sg

Project I

Primer Project (Year 3)

Riverside Canopy

Rejuvinating you, by the seaside

The Riverside Canopy is a space meant for rejuvinating rest and communial engagement.The Canopy was designed with the concepts of a Mobius Strip, and a DNA Helix in Mind. Both representing an interconnected and Indefinate loop, picked with an intent promote a message of continued interconnectedness between the various generations of residents and vistors to the site. with the latter in particular, being a preceeding conept from my latest project found in close proximity.The Riverside Canopy possesses 2 distinct areas, found flanking the main deck, and upon entering the Canopy, the interior spaces is guided by a curved flow throughout, meant to encoueage chance encounters and intermingling. Looking from above sports a unique Infinity symbol styled roof.

Building type

Site Date Presentation 06 Project I - Introduction

Riverside Canopy

Arrival Area Community Plaza View

Arrival Area Feature Roof & Planter Community Plza with Backdrop

Lounge Chairs

View from the Reculsive Seating

Shade of Lounge Chairs View of Reclusive Seating

Project I

Primer Project (Year 3)

IN OUR DNA @ Rochor River

Where companionship, purpose and hope is in our DNA

Based along the cental rochor river, “IN OUR DNA” Is an intergrated active aging and youth hub designed to foster engagement and interaction between the young and the old. With its aging population living a primarily monotonous lifestyle, and youths who frequent this area. This Active aging and youth hub is further complimented by the volunteers who are intended to interact and befriend the users of this active aging and youth hub. regulars of the site and to attract more users into the area. For the elderly to seek a more active lifestyle to a youth who wants to help out their community or vice verca

The Form of my building was as designed and modelled after the symbiotic and circular relationship of the youths and the elderlys and their volunteer counterparts.

As such a Helix shape was take inspiration to engage with more views and interconnectivity throughout the various planned levels

OUR DNA” Concept Evolution

“IN OUR DNA” at its core, wishes to create inter-generational bonds between the youth and the elderly, through the progarmes spaces and social constructs. Through the analysis of the users and the volunteers, Ive identifed a DNA styled interconnected relationship in which I have based my building out of. Planning to create more chance encounters and cross programing spaces.

The masisng of my building was too heavily inspired by the concept and added on by prevailing site considerations. With the presence of the scenic Rochor River by the site. Terracing steps was adoped to maximise views.

“IN

Programe Schemetic

This sectional perspective presents my concept of a “DNA Helix” and its execution of an alternating link between spaces, in which through progressive links, the space encourages users to venture through progressive links in the middle of the communial Atrium, in order to pass through the varying interconnecting spaces, and to promote more chance encounters and experiences for users to do work and programes together

Project I

Primer Project (Year 3)

GymBox @ Happy Z City

A Space For Individualistic Dedication

Based within the hypothetical tower-site of the“Happy Z City”, and one of the many modular architecture attached alongside its lift core. The Gymbox is a 4 story excerise and wellness facility, designed to breathe life and drive personal dedication within its user.

In an advent where the average mental health of Singaporeans are on a decline, the proposition of a excercise and wellness facility is a response to that. However, without proper dedication to take care of oneself, the mental health of one would not improve signifiantly.

Therefore, The Gymbox was intentially designed with the concept to cater to different versions of dedication. From Intrinsic private forms to extrinsic methdologies of encouragment. Therefore the design of the Gymbox encourages individuals to purue their own goals, and yet share a common space

Gymbox Concept Evolution

The Gymbox at its core, was designed to promote and encourage varying forms of dedication amongst its intended audiences. As such, the original concept of the Gymbox was centered around the idea of Visual Connection, where the dedication of others would be put on a pedastal encouraging those around them.

Further into my ideation, I then realised that there are those who prefer to have their times of dedication excercised privately. As such, I then proposed for a space which possesses both of my suggested atributes, and therefore, “a space for varying forms of dedication”

Gymbox Concept Evolution

Gymbox Concept Evolution

Level 3-4 Private Individualistic Gym Pods

Atop the upper levels of the Gymbox, lies the private gym pods, posed as an attractive alternative space for those whom prefer to work out in private without the prying eyes of others.

In order to promote and secure the privacy of its occupants, the Private Gym Pods are too sloped at a an increasing gradient whence one looks up from the bottom. Making it transparent yet concealed

Additionally, on the highest level, there are feature pods, with views over the cityscape

Level 2 Atrium - Environmental Deck - Pavillion

At the heart of the Gymbox, lies the central atrium of the facility, which boasts views over the compound, with lightwell in the middle of the atrium that grants a peak at the public Gym and multipurpose halls, and looking up, the various priavte gyms and environmental decks

The atrium also boasts an open concept which allows sufficient daylighting and natural winds

Finally present within the Atrium, is an inbuilt Cafe which serves pre and post workout meals

The first level of the Gymbox, boasts its exquisite open box gym concept, as well as its various multipurpose halls and specialised equipment rooms, to provide an experience where ones dedication could be put on display, both encouraging oneself and others around him.

The Multipurpose halls are meant to hold various and unique styles of traning or unconventional sporting classes, like Muay Thai or Yoga.

In contrast with the other spaces, for comfortibility, the Halls are air conditioned

Project II

Final year project (Year 2)

The Eco-Link @ Kampong Bugis

A natural bridge between communities

Located in Kampong Bugis Singapore. The Eco-link consists of 30 residential units catering to and facilitating the bonding amongst nucleus families as well as their neighbours. The Eco-Link utilises a paneluar DFMA system of precast concrete for a majority of the estate.

To take Advantage of its unique site conditions, The Eco-Link utilises its unique u shaped residence as well as an environmental deck to take advantage of the sites everpresent North-West Winds, and beautiful scenery of the Kallang River.

In order to be syncherneous with its resident park connector, the central courtyard garderns was intentionally designed to behave as the natural ‘bridge’ to the ever encompassing nature surrounding the Eco-Link.

Building type

Singaporean Housing Development Board (HDB) Estate Concept

Kampong Bugis Singapore Febuary 2022

Bridging a community together through nature

Site Date Presentation 40 Project III - Introduction

Eco-Link Concept Envolution

The Eco-Link and its concept for a community bonded by nature was inspired by the Kampong Bugis Site report and Masterplan proposition done before this project (See pg 01-01)

With the original area possessing areas in where individuals and groups gather around and under the shade of trees, as well as clubs and hobby groups utilising the space for activities. The link of nature was always present within their time at the site.

Thus I hoped to take advantage and inspiration from that analysis to carry on to this project.

Stage 1

Initiating the project, I knew that the most important site conditions are the sunpaths, wind direction and the views of the river

Stage 2

The shape and form of the estate was designed to maximise views and wind patterns into the site

Stage 3

In addition to the intended allotment plot and garden area, environmental decks were utilised to take advantage of site features.

Stage 4

In order to encourage further views, a balcony and curtained wall facade was incoperated within each individual units.

GFA - 829 sqm

Unit Count - 1

Total Gross Area - 8298 sqm

GFA (Both Corridoors) - 95 sqm

Unit Count - 5

Total Gross Area - 475 sqm

Block 1 (Residential)

Block 2 (Residential)

Block 3 (Residential)

Level 2 Environmental Deck Level 3-5 Residential Levels Level 6-7 Residential Levels 43 Project III - Floor Plans

GFA - 57 sqm

Unit Count - 3

Project III - Allocation Of Activities

Level 5-7 Rooftop Gardens

Atop the roof of the Eco-Link, lies the rooftop gardens leveled from the 5th to the 7th story. The Rooftop gardens were intended to be an alternative space where residents would be able to gather and be intuned with nature.

The Staggeing heights of the Roofop gardens were intended to maximise views for each garden. intended for units who shrink in view further from the river

Additionally the Rooftop gardens also utilise small light pavillions for residents to view this place as a proper space for rest

Level 2 Environmental Deck

On the second level of the estate lies the Eco-Link’s Environmental Deck. Intended for more exquisite and serene space for rest, and if appropriated for gatherings and chill sessions in times for recreation.

This was intended to further take advantage of the views and appropriate winds blowing into the site.

The low height of level 2 was intended to create a space which is more exclusive, yet still be bonded with nature itself.

1 Community Garden Allotment Farms

On the first level of the Eco-Link, lies the community gardens and the allotment farms, meant as a space for residents to grow their own vegetations, and at the same time the bonds that they could make whilst working together to grow their hobbies.

The central courtyard garden in based in the middle of the estate in order to create more visual attration to the community garden from the units. This so that users would be able to meet up and be more connected with their neighbours as they notice them working from their own units.

Unit Type 1

3 Room HDB Flat (82Sqm)

Unit Type 1

3 Room HDB Flat (82Sqm)

Drop Off Points

Communial Courtyard Garderns

Rooftop Garden

Communial Courtyard Garderns 2

Project III Masterplanning Project

Masterplan@ Kampong Bugis

Empowering communities - Enlivening Spaces - Embracing Nature

The driving concepts for this masterplan are “Empowering CommunitiesEnlivening Spaces - Embracing Nature”, which was intended to combat the sociological stigma that spaces within the central buissness district would not be able to be green and open spaces.

Through this Masterplan project, our main priorities were indeed, to encourage more green spaces, and at the same time, be courteous to surrounding infastructure and spaces. This is to encourage a more seemless ueser experience as they enter the site and interact with the environment around them.

Kampong Bugis Masterplan

The Kampong Bugis Site is 8.20 Ha Site, based along the Rochor River, and is in close proximity to the city, as well as 3 MRT Stations. The Space was envisioned to be a car-lite, attractive waterfront residential prescinct, which is both community centric and sustainable.

Within the Site, there were individuals and clubs whom utilised the space for their own activities and gatherings. As seen that it is a promising space with copius amounts of undeveloped land.

Crucial Site Observations

Open Green Field

Activities and Park Connector

Club Activities (Droning)

Kampong Bugis Masterplan Zoning

The Hindu temple located to the west of the site, has to be conserved and respected.

The Rochor Canal, often produces unesasy Olfactory sensations nearing the canal.

The Kallang River possess an excellent view, as well as hosting certain boating clubs and activities occassionally

There are future high rise developments plans to the north of the site. Sun paths could be affected by further developments.

Response 3: Kallang River Response 4: (Future) Hotel

Response 2: Rochor Canal

Response 1: Hindu Temple

Ariel View 1 (Rochor River)

Ariel View 3 (Rochor River)

Ariel View 2 (Rochor River)

Ariel View 1 (Kallang Road)

Project IV

Primer Project (Year 2)

The Satoyama House

Pacing the family

Located in 11 Jalan Islin, the satoyama house is a residential terrace housing utilising a Light Gauge steel DFMA System. The concept of the house was to slow down the fast paced lifestyles of its residng family members. With families taking up more repsonisbilities and duties within their school and workplaces. The Satoyama house was deisgned to provide a place of repsite for weary and hastened individuals.

The Satoyama house was designed to utilise the art of the Satoyama concept which is to admire greenery. It is through that concept which drives the green spaces and the opportunities for individuals to slow down and take in their surroundings fully.

Building type

Residential Housing Concept

Site Date Presentation 68 Project V - Introduction

11 Jalan Islin April 2021 Sketchup, Photoshop,Illustrator,Enscape

Satoyama Concept

With the “Satoyama House” Utilising the art of the satoyama concept to admire greenery, was derived from the growing stresses and fast paced lifestyles of everyday Singaporeans. Therefore the concept which drives green spaces and slowing down the pace of life of its inhabitants. This is mainly exemplified through its courtyard, which affects all levels of the house, by creating a crevice that makes its inhabitants walk around it. Allowing for the appreciation of the greenery below and effectively slowing down the day to day processes of its users.

Stairway corridoor

Panoramic view of living room

Walkway

View from masterbedroom

Project V

Final Semester Project (Year 2)

EDEN

A Natural Respite

The “Eden” for Edible Garden City (Funan), for a space which would help them achieve their goal of creating a space at Funan that brings the community together, as well as to create a positive environmental impact in Singapore. “Eden” is based on the Rooftop of Funan Mall, within a quite and tranquil landscape, possessing an encompassing vast view over Singapore’s CBD Area. The inspiration of a grove concept was derived for “Eden” is derived from a personal experience of peace and comfort created by the site’s enveloping greenery during a site. As Such I plan on capitalising on the present tranquil ambience of the Site, to create a safe space of respite for all to rest and ease into relaxation, only to be enhanced by the aesthetic and ambience of nature. Possessing 3 Main Spaces, that being its main compound, the teahouse and finally the Communal Lawn area.

Building type

Site Date Presentation 78 Project VI - Introduction

A Natural Respite admist the bustle of the mall

Funan Digitalife Mall April 2021 Revit, Photoshop,Illustrator,Enscape

Community Center

The further development and the name of my proposed community center was inspired by the “Garden of Eden” from biblical story of Christian Media. In which, it was coined as a luxurant place of paradise and rest, with “every tree that is pleasant to the sight and good for food”. As such, the concept of a teahouse was inspired by the bountiful trees of plesant fruit and sight, and the multipurpose hall was inspired by its desciption of a place for “supposed freedom of choice”.

Eden

Front Elevation of Eden

Teahouse Elevation

Allotment Garderns

Teahouse Counter

Allotment Garderns Vernadar passageway

Back elevation of Eden Interior View of the MPH

Project VII Urban Analysis Project

Jalan Besar Urban Analysis

Empowering communities - Enlivening Spaces - Embracing Nature

The Jalan Besar Urban Analysis, was a 9 step process group project, which are the analysis of the following in its respective order. “Site Infomation, Climate Analysis, Site Observations, Urban Analysis, Identification and documentation of potential sites, Case studies of prominent buildings around the area, Sociological factors and finally our synthesis of report and findings.

For more infomation please refer to our Issu Publication https://issuu.com/dimitoritan/docs/jalan_besar_report

Building type

Not Applicable

Site Date 86 Project VII - Introduction

Jalan Besar June 2022

Integrated Spaces, Inclusive Communities, Introduced Identity

Presentation

Revit, Photoshop,Illustrator,Enscape

Void Spaces - Solid Buildings

Mono buildings - Hybrid Buildings

Building Typologies Building Heights

Site Plan & Vegetation

Site 1 Section 1

Utilities and Guidlines

Site 1 Section 2

Site Plan & Vegetation

Site 2 Section 1

Utilities and Guidlines

Site 2 Section 2